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Patriotism and civics are lacking in American schools
- During World War II, the American public strongly supported President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s initiative to transform the nation into the "arsenal of democracy," supplying military equipment and enlisting in the armed forces to help defeat Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan.
- Today, young Americans show lower patriotism and less belief in democracy than older generations, influenced by political, educational, and leadership factors including debates over history and presidential behavior.
- Surveys in 2023 reveal that only 18% of people aged 18 to 34 feel extremely proud to be American, and 31% of those 18 to 29 believe democracy is no longer viable and want alternative governments explored.
- Analysts report that schools omit patriotic language in mission statements, left-wing academics promote views of America as an oppressor, and President Trump’s rhetoric and actions challenged democratic norms and civic values.
- Experts suggest restoring patriotic commitment requires enhancing civics education, overhauling diversity programs, teaching honest American history, promoting national service, and fostering civil discourse to build reflective patriotism.
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Jesses: Young people need civics
By Molly and Richard Jesse, for SPEAK VermontTo graduate from Essex High School, students must earn a minimum of 24 course credits. In terms of Civic education, only 0.5 credit in American Government is required. A single 0.5-credit course on our system of government is insufficient. For comparison, students are required to complete 4 credits in English, 3 credits in Mathematics, and 3 credits in Science.Why Civic Education?Rebecca Winthrop, in …
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Patriotism and civics are lacking in American schools
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Dutch Cabinet considering stricter compulsory education on civics, norms and values
The State Secretary for Primary and Secondary Education, Mariëlle Paul, is considering withdrawing the exemption from compulsory education for children whose parents believe that there are no schools in the area that match their philosophy on life. The Public Prosecution Service recently decided to stop enforcing the rules against children who are sat at home without exemption, which is why Paul is contemplating an update to the rules.
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